1975 Porsche 930 vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 930. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 851 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 930 | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 930 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |
